(Pearblossom, CA) A man was tragically killed in a collision that occurred on Saturday, December 14 on the 138 Highway in Pearblossom.
City News Service reported that the crash involved a big rig, a silver sedan, and two other vehicles without descriptions.
It’s unclear what caused the crash at this time. The multi-vehicle collision occurred around 11:10 p.m. in the eastbound lanes at Longview Road.
The Medical Examiner’s office identified the victim as Francisco Alatorre, 55. No other injuries have been reported at the time of writing.
The crash caused CHP to shut down all eastbound lanes from 1:59 a.m. to 6:12 a.m. An investigation is ongoing.
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the victim. We know this is an extraordinarily difficult time as you mourn the tragic and sudden loss of a loved one. If you have any questions about navigating the legal process surrounding this situation, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us anytime. We are here day and night, ready to ease the burden of this overwhelming and terrible event.
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Liability in a Pearblossom Car Accident
It’s unclear what caused this crash at this time, but speeding is a top factor in California accidents. Speeding, as all motorists are aware, is a surefire way to make driving more dangerous for you, your passengers, and the cars around you.
California has what is called its “basic speed law,” which is a very straightforward law that says motorists must always drive at a “reasonable” speed based on road conditions. The law reads:
“No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic on, and the surface and width of, the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property.”
Always make sure to follow the speed limit, and adjust your speed based on road conditions, weather conditions, and any other unusual factors. Getting to your destination a little bit faster is not worth the risk of speeding.
